Exciting challenges for Billy at 7th Boston Beavers
Author: Richard Harvey
Published: September 29, 2017
A young Beaver with learning difficulties is excited to start his Scouting journey
Billy has a number of learning difficulties and faces many challenges in life - including not being able to talk; he struggles with noises and many everyday things but with the help of leaders at 7th Boston Beavers, he is making lots of progress and is enjoying the group.
Billy's mother - and leader - Pippa Dore is delighted with his progress in the group:
"Billy has been very happily invested into 7th Boston Beavers. He is always very reluctant to wear anything around his head and getting him to accept a necker was a real challenge, but the leaders have been so patient and imaginative in thinking of ways to help Billy and give him confidence and he wore his necker with a huge smile as he was invested.
"I cannot thank 7th Boston Beavers enough for all they've done. Despite Billy's many challenges, he loves Beavers and as soon as I put his uniform on, he drags my bag to the front door and shouts until we leave!
"He's only been a Beaver for a few weeks but already he has broken down many barriers and tried things he wouldn't try at home. It's such a happy atmosphere there, I even enjoy it myself! Thank you so, so much. Seeing my little boy having so much fun each week like all the other children means the world. This really is what Scouting is all about."
Billy's mother - and leader - Pippa Dore is delighted with his progress in the group:
"Billy has been very happily invested into 7th Boston Beavers. He is always very reluctant to wear anything around his head and getting him to accept a necker was a real challenge, but the leaders have been so patient and imaginative in thinking of ways to help Billy and give him confidence and he wore his necker with a huge smile as he was invested.
"I cannot thank 7th Boston Beavers enough for all they've done. Despite Billy's many challenges, he loves Beavers and as soon as I put his uniform on, he drags my bag to the front door and shouts until we leave!
"He's only been a Beaver for a few weeks but already he has broken down many barriers and tried things he wouldn't try at home. It's such a happy atmosphere there, I even enjoy it myself! Thank you so, so much. Seeing my little boy having so much fun each week like all the other children means the world. This really is what Scouting is all about."
Welcome to the latest edition of the Lincs County Bulletin. This is issued on the first Friday of each month. The bulletin will be sent to all adults registered on My Membership and distributed widely. To submit material for the bulletin please email howard.nelson@lincolnshirescouts.org.uk . Download as a PDF View historic Bulletins In this issue: From the County Lead Volunteer Lincolnshire Scouts are growing Hobbycraft 10% offer Save the date - Lincs Fest Carbon monoxide risks during camps and expeditions The new Explorer programme is here Sailing Course- 19-20 August @ Girton SC First Aid workshops for young people aged 11-25 Are you looking at working towards your nights away permit?
Appointment of Rich Spence as Joint Programme Team Lead
Jack Evans appointed as Lead Volunteer for Rutland District effective 1 September 2026
Welcome to the latest edition of the Lincs County Bulletin. This is issued on the first Friday of each month. The bulletin will be sent to all adults registered on My Membership and distributed widely. To submit material for the bulletin please email howard.nelson@lincolnshirescouts.org.uk . Download as a PDF View historic Bulletins In this issue: From the County Lead Volunteer Brew it Forward Lincs Fest 2026 Gilwell Reunion Lincoln Pride Cubs on the Water
Welcome to the latest edition of the Lincs County Bulletin. This is issued on the first Friday of each month. The bulletin will be sent to all adults registered on My Membership and distributed widely. To submit material for the bulletin please email howard.nelson@lincolnshirescouts.org.uk . Download as a PDF View historic Bulletins In this issue: From the County Lead Volunteer DLV vacancy - Rutland Bookings now open for WOW Young Leaders Training Adult Volunteer Skills Day Lincoln Pride Awards 2026
Bookings now closed for WOW (Weekend on the Water) as the event is full
Congratulations to Callum Selby on his appointment as County Youth Lead (Designate) for Lincolnshire Scouts!
District Lead Volunteer needed for Rutland District
